Joseph B. Boschulte, President and CEO WEST INDIAN COMPANY LIMITED.You received: PATWA Gold Award Winner for Best New CEO – Ports to 2026 PATWA International Travel Awardsrecently held ITB Berlin meeting.
This honor recognizes leadership in the global travel and tourism industry. Boschulte has received awards from: PATWA Secretary General Yatan Ahluwalia and Jamaican Minister of Tourism Edmund Bartlett During the awards ceremony in Berlin.
The award is given annually. Pacific Travel Writers Association (PATWA)Affiliated International Travel Media Agency united nations tourism.
Recognition for WICO Pier on St. Thomas
Boschulte was recognized for his leadership. youThis is the company that owns and operates the company. WICO Pier, St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin IslandsIt is the main gateway for cruise tourism in the territory.
At the same event, WICO dock also PATWA Award for Best Port – Cruise Liner (Caribbean)It highlights its role in supporting cruise operations in the region.
WICO facilities handle a significant portion of cruise arrivals. st thomasIt is one of the busiest cruise destinations in the Caribbean.
Strengthening USVI cruise sector
Boschulte said this recognition reflects the efforts of the entire WICO team and partners to strengthen cruise infrastructure in the region.
“It is truly an honor to receive this recognition from PATWA and to be recognized among so many respected leaders in the global tourism and maritime community,” said Boschulte. “This award reflects the dedication and hard work of the entire WICO team, along with the support of our partners, as we continue to strengthen our position as the Caribbean’s premier cruise destination.”
WICO continues to play a central role in supporting cruise tourism. US Virgin IslandsWe help millions of cruise passengers visit the region every year.
Presented at ITB Berlin
that PATWA International Travel Awards It recognizes destinations, governments, organizations and tourism leaders who have made significant contributions to the travel sector.
that The 2026 awards ceremony took place on March 4 at CityCube Berlin. ITB Berlin, one of the world’s largest travel industry gatherings, brings together tourism officials, travel agents and media from around the world.
